The nurse is reinforcing teaching provided to a patient to learn how to get out of bed independently at home after surgery.What should the nurse emphasize in this teaching? (Select all that apply.)

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To make it easier for the patient to get out of bed and to reduce strain on the incision,the patient should be instructed to turn onto the side without pillows between knees,place hands flat against the bed,push up while swinging legs out of bed into a sitting position,and sit for a few minutes after changing position to avoid dizziness and falling.A.The patient should be instructed to deep breathe while sitting to expand the lungs.

The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching Provided to a Patient to Learn